Chapter 359: Mutual Complaints From the Future Mothers-in-Law

Chapter 359: Chapter 359: Mutual Complaints From the Future Mothers-in-Law

But none of that mattered anymore.

What was important was that the concern in Gu Yizhou’s eyes couldn’t be faked.

Yan Luoxi knew this damn man was genuinely concerned about her.

Even if he had no idea she was his girlfriend—Yan Luoxi!

"MEOW~"

’Damn man.’

’It’s nothing. I’m just a little down,’ Yan Luoxi replied silently in her head.

When the cat meowed at him, Gu Yizhou didn’t understand, but he could still sense her affection.

He gave a small smile and simply reached out to pick up the cat.

Then, holding her, he went straight back to the sofa and plopped down.

Gu Yizhou’s embrace was warm and strong, and Yan Luoxi couldn’t help but feel a sense of security.

Yan Luoxi curled up in Gu Yizhou’s arms, listening to his strong, steady heartbeat, and her spirits lifted.

"MEOW~"

She let out a soft meow, her voice filled with reliance and trust.

Gu Yizhou looked down at the little cat in his arms, his eyes full of tenderness.

He reached out and gently stroked her fur.

...

「Meanwhile, Chen Dongmei had arrived in the Modu City District.」

She arrived at the designated meeting spot—an elegantly decorated restaurant.

The woman she was meeting, Tang Wanfang, was already waiting inside.

Yes!

That’s right!

The friend Chen Dongmei was meeting was none other than Yan Luoxi’s mom—Ms. Tang Wanfang!

The first time Tang Wanfang came looking for Yan Luoxi, the two of them met and exchanged WeChat contacts.

In the days that followed, the two chatted often.

Over time, they grew closer.

Of course, their friendship was limited to online chats.

This was their first time formally meeting in person.

Tang Wanfang had been the one to arrange this meeting.

The main reason was that Tang Wanfang had not been in the best of moods lately over the matter of Yan Luoxi’s mysterious boyfriend.

It wasn’t something Tang Wanfang felt comfortable discussing with anyone in her social circle.

After all, if this matter got out, it would affect Yan Luoxi and the Tidal Group.

But Chen Dongmei was different.

Tang Wanfang found her easy to talk to, and she didn’t have to worry about word getting out.

After all, Chen Dongmei still had no idea who she really was.

"Sister Chen, you’re finally here."

Tang Wanfang said with a smile, "I’ve been waiting for what feels like an eternity."

"Heh, Wanfang, listen to you."

Chen Dongmei smiled and shook her head, saying, "I wanted to come sooner, really, but I just haven’t had the time lately."

"No, it’s fine. I’m just happy you could make it, Sister Chen."

As Tang Wanfang spoke, she poured Chen Dongmei a glass of red wine.

The two of them chatted while enjoying the delicious food.

Chen Dongmei found that Tang Wanfang not only had an elegant air about her but also a very cheerful personality, which made her a delight to talk to.

Although they had often chatted online, it was still a bit different from talking in person.

However!

After half a glass of red wine.

The more Chen Dongmei and Tang Wanfang talked, the more they hit it off. The initial awkwardness vanished, and they chatted like they’d been friends for years.

But what do two middle-aged women talk about when they get together? Before long, the conversation inevitably turned to family matters.

"Oh, right!"

Chen Dongmei suddenly recalled their last meeting and asked, "Wanfang, how are things between you and your daughter now?"

"Is she still living in the same complex as my son?"

Hearing this, Tang Wanfang gently shook her head. "No, she’s still living on her own, but we don’t have much contact. To be honest, to this day, I don’t even know if she’s still living in that complex or not."

"Uh..."

Chen Dongmei was taken aback.

’So the conflict between the mother and daughter was never resolved!’

From Tang Wanfang’s attire and refined way of speaking, Chen Dongmei could tell she came from a well-to-do family in Modu.

’I just didn’t expect...’

Sigh.

’I guess every family has its own troubles.’

"Ugh, just talking about my daughter stresses me out. I don’t even know where to begin," Tang Wanfang said helplessly.

"Oh, by the way, Wanfang, what does your daughter look like? Do you have a picture? My son lives in that complex, so maybe I could ask him to keep an eye out and see if she’s still there!" Chen Dongmei said after a moment’s thought.

Tang Wanfang froze for a moment at her words.

But she quickly shook her head. She didn’t want to reveal Yan Luoxi’s identity.

After all, if news got out that the CEO of Tidal Group wasn’t on good terms with her own mother, it would surely be blown out of proportion by those looking to stir up trouble.

"She’s busy with work, and I don’t have any recent photos of her," Tang Wanfang said.

At that, Chen Dongmei sighed in sympathy. "Ah, my son is the same way. He works so hard, day in and day out."

"He doesn’t want to find a partner, and if I push him, he just gets annoyed and gives me all sorts of strange, philosophical excuses."

"Oh?"

Hearing this, Tang Wanfang instantly felt she’d found a kindred spirit. "Exactly! My daughter is the same way!"

"I don’t know what to do with her. She’s a pretty girl, with plenty of suitors, but she absolutely refuses to date."

"Now she says she has a boyfriend, but the two of them are so secretive all the time. I ask her to bring him home to meet us, but she won’t!"

"It’s like she’s hiding him away."

"I’m starting to suspect she’s not even dating anyone and just made it up to shut me up!"

Chen Dongmei could deeply relate to what Tang Wanfang was saying!

"My son is just like that!"

"I mean, he’s a good-looking boy, but he just never brings any girls home."

"A while back, he told me his boss has a crush on him. Can you believe it? He said he’d only agree to date her if she’s the one who pursues him."

"Just listen to that! It’s enough to drive a person crazy!"

"A boss who would give an employee the wrong idea probably isn’t a very good boss to begin with," Tang Wanfang said seriously.

Chen Dongmei sighed. "I don’t think so. I’ve seen some information on the girl, and she seems very nice. It’s my son who’s the infuriating one. But now that you mention it, maybe he’s just pulling my leg and she doesn’t actually like him at all!"

"Sigh..."

Tang Wanfang couldn’t help but sigh in response.

Two moms.

Bonding over complaints about their children!

They instantly found common ground!

They felt like they should have met years ago!

However!

Neither of them revealed too many specific details, though.

After they had chatted for a while longer, Tang Wanfang suddenly said, "Sister Chen, don’t you feel like we have a special kind of connection?"

"Yes, I feel that way too."

Chen Dongmei smiled and nodded. "It’s my good fortune to have met a friend like you."

Suddenly.

An idea seemed to strike Tang Wanfang, and she began to speak.

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